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THE LUST OF HATE.

Boothby, Guy.

London, New York and Melbourne: Ward, Lock & Co., Limited, 1898. Octavo, pp. [1-8] [1] 2-283 [284: printer's imprint] + 12-page undated publisher's catalogue inserted at rear, six inserted illustrations by Stanley L. Wood, original bevel-edged blue cloth, spine and front panels stamped in gold, all edges untrimmed. First edition. The third novel with the villain Doctor Nikola, however he is not the central character. [Reference: Reginald 01628. Hubin (1994), p. 87]. End papers darkened, inked name and date to second free end paper, foxing throughout. A bright, nearly fine copy. (31111). Item #31111

Price: $450.00